Provincial Head | Centurion

The Recruitment Council; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Gauteng seeks a senior leader to drive growth and develop financial advisors. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, ideally as a Certified Financial Planner, and boasts 10+ years in the tied agency industry. Responsibilities include executing growth strategies, engaging stakeholders, ensuring recruitment processes for advisers, and fostering a culture of client-centric engagement. This vital role focuses on expanding networks and driving sales growth in line with legislative requirements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the tied agency industry.
• 5+ years managing tied agents in the financial services industry.
• 3+ years experience in technology utilisation in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Execute the MFP agency growth and advice strategy.
• Identify and oversee initiatives to grow the advice portfolio.
• Engage with stakeholders to identify growth opportunities.
• Ensure a consistent process for recruiting financial advisers.
• Develop and implement new business plans for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Sales Management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Certified Financial Planner

Registered Key Individual

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in line with FSB's qualification requirements
• Certified Financial Planner (preferred)
• Registered Key Individual
• 10+ years experience in the tied agency industry
• 5+ years experience managing tied agents within the financial services industry
• 5+ years of leading the establishment and development of a provincial, regional, or national footprint of financial advisors
• 3+ years experience in technology utilisation in financial services

POSITION OVERVIEW AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the MFP agency growth and advice strategy in line with market dynamics, economic and political opportunities, and environmental threats.
• Identify, implement, and oversee initiatives aimed at growing the advice portfolio provincially, collaborating with brand and marketing teams to expand the network and engage networks, franchises, and advisors.
• Engage with stakeholders to identify growth opportunities and act as the brand ambassador for MFP.
• Ensure a consistent process for recruiting, assessing, and appointing financial advisers for sustainable growth.
• Maintain insights into sales pipelines and footprint growth, developing plans and tactics to achieve growth targets and increase new business and client acquisition.
• Lead sales managers and support specialists to enable advisers to expand their practices and meet sales targets through credible advice.
• Develop and implement new business plans for growth, penetrate new markets, and develop client relationships in line with client centricity and legislative requirements.
• Drive vertical integration through wealth management and retail solutions, and lead the provincial team to enable advisers to manage practices professionally.
• Promote a culture of advice, technology adoption, and client‑centric engagement to enhance sustainability and client retention.
• Create strategic partnerships to understand business priorities, provide credible advice, and build relationships with advisers and stakeholders.
• Improve client service and fair treatment, participate in a culture of sustainable relationships, and support the deployment of effective client growth and retention strategies.
• Lead the team effectively, foster a positive work environment, and demonstrate exemplary leadership aligned with organizational values.
• Ensure workforce planning, stakeholder development, performance excellence, innovation, and integrity in communication.
• Manage the budget, control expenditures, and implement financial risk management practices.
• Investigate compliance issues, enhance cost‑effectiveness, and ensure governance and risk policies are followed.

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